Ofsted Registration for Holiday or Before-and-After School Clubs

Caretips can also assist you with Ofsted registration for your holiday club or before-and-after school club. We can help determine if your club needs to register. Typically, if your business operates for more than two hours a day and looks after children under the age of 8, you will be required to register. However, even if it’s not a legal obligation, you can opt to register voluntarily on the Childcare Register.

Once you have determined that registration is required, you will need to complete the provider EYO application online. This application requires a considerable amount of information regarding your club's legal status and operations, as well as details about the premises, staff, and safeguarding measures.

All staff must be fully licensed and have undergone background checks before your club opens its doors to the public, ensuring the safety and security of the children. Strong processes are crucial, grounded in good health and child protection standards. Additionally, it is essential to develop a comprehensive list of health and safety protocols and emergency procedures. The ratio of one adult to every eight children under the age of eight must be upheld.

There should be a staff member with primary responsibility for child protection and someone onsite possessing a paediatric first-aid certificate.

As part of the registration process, the registered manager and any nominated individuals involved in the day-to-day operations of the establishment will be required to complete the EY2 form.

Caretips will guide and support you throughout your Ofsted application until your fit person interview. Our support is grounded on learning and development, where we focus on enhancing your knowledge and understanding. We can assist you in completing the SC1 form along with all the necessary supporting documents. We will also help you with your SC2 forms. The service include support with the following: